Hands of Time (USA, Europe) (GBC)

In the unique puzzle-adventure title Hands of Time for the Game Boy Color, players embark on a challenging journey where the ability to control time is the key to overcoming every obstacle. The game puts you in the role of a character with a special power, allowing him to manipulate the flow of time for specific objects and the surrounding environment.

The core gameplay mechanism revolves around using time powers to solve intricate puzzles. You can rewind or fast-forward time for individual objects. For instance, a door might have been locked in the past, or a path blocked by an object that only appears in the future. By altering the temporal state of these objects, players will create new pathways, unlock secret passages, or move obstacles out of the way.

Each level in Hands of Time is designed as a maze filled with switches, doors, and traps that demand logical thinking and keen observation. Players need to carefully plan each action, sometimes experimenting multiple times to find the precise sequence of temporal events required to progress. The simple yet effective 2D graphics of the GBC help keep the focus on the puzzle mechanics. This is not just an adventure game but a true test of intellect, where creative use of time will lead to victory.